Episode Description: As I look forward to expanding our family, I know that preparing my body for pregnancy is just as important as the journey itself—especially now that I’m over 35. In this episode, I’m sharing the intentional steps I’m taking to optimize my fertility naturally and set the stage for a healthy pregnancy. From…
Episode Description: Before having my first child, I was honestly more afraid of breastfeeding than childbirth itself. I had heard so many negative stories about pain, latch issues, and exhaustion that I expected the worst. But to my surprise, my breastfeeding journey was smooth and natural. I know I was fortunate, and I don’t take…
Episode Description: In this insightful episode of Maternity Leave, I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Dueger, a prenatal and perinatal psychology expert, to discuss the emotional and psychological shifts that come with parenthood. We explore the importance of self-care for busy moms, how early experiences shape both parents and babies, and practical strategies for fostering…
Zoe Klien Shares Insights on Co-Sleeping, Sleep Training, Millennial Dads, and More In a recent episode of the Maternity Leave podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Zoe Klein, the founder of Mamas and Littles. With nearly seven years of experience as a registered social worker, Zoe specializes in supporting mothers from pregnancy to postpartum….
Mompreneurs coach Andria Singletary talks pivoting to success. In the latest episode of Maternity Leave, I had the pleasure of interviewing Andria Singletary, a visibility strategist for mompreneurs, podcaster (shout out to the “Mama Turned Mompreneur” podcast ), wife, and mother of two. Andria’s passion lies in helping moms build businesses that align with their…
